Rear axle play

nickb · Post by **nickb** » Sat Nov 11, 2006 6:37 pm

Today I noticed that I could push my rear passenger side axle in and out about a 1/4''. What is worn to give this much play?

greenmachine89 · Post by **greenmachine89** » Sat Nov 11, 2006 7:22 pm

If have what most have then your c clips are a little worn and not caused for any concern. If you must you can take the rear diff cover off and inspect everything. Also since you have a semi floating axle you could be getting a little play from your bearings also.

Hope this helps

Post by **Nobody** » Sat Nov 11, 2006 8:42 pm

One side was pretty sloppy when when I still had my 7.5". I just kept running it and never had any problems. Might be from worn thrust washers on the side gears.